Mohs Medical Assistant

 

Position Overview

Apex Skin is a physician-led and rapidly growing dermatology practice committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences. We are seeking a talented and motivated Mohs Medical Assistant to support our providers with both clinical and administrative tasks in a surgery setting. This role includes assisting with surgical procedures involving the removal of skin cancers and other skin tumors, as well as administrative tasks like documenting in the EMR as a clinical scribe, supporting patient education, and performing front office duties as needed. Ideal candidates are certified in Medical Assisting, and demonstrate strong communication skills, clinical accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

This is a full-time, hourly position and is located at our Canton B location.

Pay

• $17.00 – $21.00 per hour plus a travel allowance of $300 per month after 30 days

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday [40 hours per week]
• Daytime clinical hours with occasional variations based on provider or patient needs.

Essential Functions

• Performs initial patient assessment, evaluation, and health survey data
• Provide pre-and post-optative education for both patient and family members
• Prepping room, instruments, and patient for surgery or biopsies
• Assist during surgeries by administering anesthesia, handoff instruments & cut sutures
• Performs administrative tasks such as maintaining patient consent and maintaining records and documentation
• Transcribes the entire visit and assures documentation of patient care is compliant.
• Performs clerical tasks such as scheduling appointments and follow-up appointments, maintaining and following up with patient biopsy results, answering phones, and scanning documents into the EMR.
• Monitor and complete lab documents, biopsy and culture book, telephone encounters, and team task box within the EMR.
• Maintains nursing practice consistent with OSHA, HIPPA, QA safety regulations.
• Assists with autoclave procedures and quality controls.

 Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and manage time effectively
• Customer service mindset with professionalism and patient focus
• Proficiency in basic computer software, medical terminology, and EMR documentation
• Ability to document clinical information accurately as a scribe (training provided)
• 2+ years of Medical Assistant experience preferred (dermatology experience is a plus)
• Certification in Medical Assisting or Licensed Practical Nurse preferred
• Surgical or MOHS experience preferred
• Ability to travel to various Apex Skin locations on a regular basis

Career Growth Opportunities

Motivated Mohs Medical Assistants may pursue:

• Lab cutting roles
• Aesthetic support roles (laser, cosmetic procedures)
• Lead MA or clinical trainer responsibilities
• Cross-training in reception, lab coordination, or clinical support
• Supervisory or clinical operations pathways over time
• Apex Skin provides training, mentoring, and development opportunities for individuals who demonstrate s